Free Beaches in NJ for your summer fun!

☀️ Looking to cool off at the Shore without breaking the bank? While most NJ beaches require pricey tags or badges, there are 12 public beaches across the state that are totally free to access — no fees, no fuss! 🏖️💸

Most of these gems are tucked away in South Jersey, with a few sprinkled up north. Whether you're planning a quick day trip or a full beach weekend, here’s your go-to list of New Jersey’s free beaches, according to the state’s tourism and travel office:

✅ Atlantic City-my personal favorite because casinos mean public bathrooms! 
✅ Bay Front (Lower Township)
✅ Beesley’s Point (Upper Township)
✅ Highlands
✅ Ideal Beach (Middletown)
✅ Jennifer Lane Bay Beach (Stafford Township)
✅ Keansburg Beach
✅ Leonardo Beach (Middletown)
✅ Strathmere (Upper Township)
✅ Union Beach
✅ The Wildwoods
✅ William Morrow Beach (Somers Point)

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